2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Honda | Lotec |
Model | S2000 | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1650 kg |