2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. Both 2008 Honda S2000 and 1998 Honda S2000 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S2000 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |