2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000, 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |