2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
