2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 193 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today 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. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S2000 | Today |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
