1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 735 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 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Today |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |