2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |