1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 322 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 1988 Eagle Summit. 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, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Eagle Summit | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Eagle | Honda |
Model | Summit | Today |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |