1996 Honda Today vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (173 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Today | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
