1994 Honda Today vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 580 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 2002 Nissan Altima. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2002 Nissan Altima 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. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Today | Altima |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |