1994 Honda Today vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 9 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 658 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru R2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 170 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 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Today. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2003 Subaru R2 (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Today | R2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
