2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 1997 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | S2000 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
