1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 Honda Today

To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 910 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 1986 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Avanti Avanti 1994 Honda Today
Make Avanti Honda
Model Avanti Today
Year Released 1986 1994
Engine Size 5001 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1400 mm


 

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