2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 164 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2003 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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | 164 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |