1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 870 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Today |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |