2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1974 Volkswagen 181
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen 181. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen 181 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1974 Volkswagen 181 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | 181 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |