2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 789 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S2000 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 91 L |
