2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | 200 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 173 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |