2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 193 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Starlet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |