2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 738 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Crossfire | S800 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |