1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RSC weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | RSC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
