1998 Honda S2000 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
