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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 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 765 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 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.
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 | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
