1994 Honda Today vs. 1998 Mazda MPV

To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1070 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 1998 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.

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