2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 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 168 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S2000 | 343 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
