2006 Honda S2000 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda S2000 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
