1999 Honda S2000 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 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 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
