1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 854 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Today |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
