1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | S2000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |