1992 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Commodore | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | S2000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |