2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2003 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S2000 | Delta 88 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3130 mm |
