2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
