2000 Prelude SH vs. 2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Evo

[JohnC24]

I'm wanting a fast car that is sort of cheap but fast and fun to drive. I can max it out at $12k without financing, but i wouldn't mind financing them if i need too. Which of these cars are better??

[ProjectPhantom]

it would be damn hard to find any of those for 12k or under... and by evo do u mean evoVIII?

[k_dog]

I'm guessing you posted this in the other forums as well.

Well the Prelude is at the bottom of the list as far as preformance goes. But is Ultimatley cheeper.

The S2000 is a good option because it is the fastest non forced induction 4cyl on the market @ 243whp. It also has 50/50 weight distribution for beter handling. Drawbacks are that its only a 2 seater and its terrible to drive in the winter. It's also about $34K if I recall right

The Evo would be my choice (you'll find out why in a min).
The MR Evolution pumps out a whoping 300whp on an AWD Drivetrain. It is also a 4 door so very roomy. Just enough to break the $30K mark.

It's funny you should ask this, I am a Prelude owner and AM looking to buy a new car. I was at the dealership the other day and had narrowed my choices down to a S2000 and a Evolution. Great minds think alike.

-Brian

[ProjectPhantom]

they striped everything from the MR! no ac at all.... totally not worth it.

[k_dog]

Originally Posted by ProjectPhantom

they striped everything from the MR! no ac at all.... totally not worth it.

Because thats called "extra weight." If you really need air, roll the windows down like everyone else that takes their A/C components out of the car.

-Brian

[94PreludeJDM]

is the MR an upgraded Evo? Because I know the Evo is putting out 276hp from a turbocharged 2.0 liter engine. I'd personally go for the STI, but that's just me.

[k_dog]

Originally Posted by 94PreludeJDM

is the MR an upgraded Evo? Because I know the Evo is putting out 276hp from a turbocharged 2.0 liter engine. I'd personally go for the STI, but that's just me.

This is correct. The MR is basicly the Equivilant of a STI Impreza.

Standard:
6-Speed, Close Ratio Manual Transmission
BBS Forged Alloy Wheels
Shift Panel "MR" Identification Plate
Bilstein Front & Rear Shocks
HID Headlamps
Aluminum Roof
MR Edition Floor Mats
MR Edition Exterior Badge
Wheel Locks

Optional:
Vortex Roof Spoiler
Aluminum / Carbon Fiber Brake Grip
Aluminum Shift Knob & Sport Pedals
Turbo Boost Gauge

-Brian

[AcesHigh]

How do you afford this at the age of 17?

[dbebesi]

just a correction:

a s2000 has 240 flywheel hp, not wheel hp

[95Prelude]

Get neither.

My suggestion, a 95 Prelude with an H22 swap. Cheaper than all those cars, yet will be much quicker than your stock 01' Lude. (Atleast thats how I feel, basing this on what I've seen).

[k_dog]

Originally Posted by AcesHigh

How do you afford this at the age of 17?

Age means nothing anymore especialy when It comes to getting a beter job and/or co-signers.

-Brian

[jdmlude_h22a]

The Evo does come w/ A/c. They made a new trim level that takes all the luxuries, like pw, pd, ac, ands some other stuff, basically for weight reduction. It's also cheaper and can be easily spotted by the black side mirrors. If i remember correctly it also comes in very limited colors. Imagine an EVO with no interior power options and a few hundre pounds lighter. Just to let you know.

[SBallerk2]

I would get an STi over a EVO anyday...just to let u know

[SiGNAL748]

Originally Posted by ProjectPhantom

they striped everything from the MR! no ac at all.... totally not worth it.

I believe you're mistaking the MR for the RS

[4-THGENH24LUDE]

dude for the average 29k you'd spend on an evo or an s2k you could get a 4th gen lude for 5k swap a jdmh22 3.8k a turbo kit 2.8k-3.2k suspension mods(coilovers, struts, and sways) maybe depending on copanys 6.2k, and body kit and spray for 3.9k and still got some money for tiresand wheels and only spend around $24,000 and have a better car and cash