2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 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 86 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |