2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta 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 163 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |