2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1987 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 323 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 171 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1987 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
