1994 Honda Today vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 365 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | Yaris |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |