2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
