2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S 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 @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
