2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |