2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
