2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan.
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, 2009 Honda S2000 (173 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | S2000 | Elan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
