2004 Honda S2000 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
