2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1989 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 504 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 137 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1989 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
