1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Prizm | S2000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |