1998 Honda S2000 vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 ZAZ Slavuta 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 @ 8300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Honda | ZAZ |
| Model | S2000 | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
