2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
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 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
