1994 Honda Today vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 907 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 2009 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2009 Nissan Maxima 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. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Today | Maxima |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1859 mm |