1999 Honda S2000 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1978 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
