2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
