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Road Test: 2004 Honda S2000 vs. Mazda RX-8 vs. Nissan 350Z

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2004 Honda S2000
What's Hot• Exceptional grip and quick reflexes
• Markedly better mannered than previous model
• Classic body will look great in 25 years
What's Not• Buckboard ride on anything but smooth asphalt
• Noise intrusion from wind, road, and engine
• Seems a bit pricey for a weekend two-seater
Don't MissSubtle new sheetmetal and interior upgrades
Bottom LineA reliably built weekend mountain-road carver for those who like an edgy drive


2004 Nissan 350Z Track Model
What's Hot• Superb, torquey powertrain
• Fab handling despite hefty curb weight
• Quickest Z we've tested
What's Not• Harsh ride penalty for Track Model setup
• Compromised cargo capacity
• Some ergonomic and interior nit-picks
Don't MissThe group's only stability-control system and electronic brake-force distribution
Bottom LineIn the world of four- or six-cylinder (or rotary) sports cars, this is a musclecar


2004 Mazda RX-8
What's Hot• Exceptionally well-balanced and behaved
• Engine acts like an electric motor
• Good all-around performance for under $30K
What's Not• So-so fuel economy
• Some don't care for the exterior styling
• MazdaSpeed version a year or so away
Don't Miss Rear-hinged doors turn this coupe into a four-place sport "sedan"
Bottom LineAn ingenious solution to many of the compromises inherent in the sports-car genre

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