2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
