1994 Honda Today vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 665 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 2004 Opel Vectra. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
