2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
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, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | S2000 | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
