2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1982 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | S2000 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
