2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 176 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | S800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
