2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 1986 Holden Commodore 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. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | S2000 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
