1998 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 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 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | S2000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |