1994 Honda Today vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 5 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Lupo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |