1994 Honda Today vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 16 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 221 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, 2010 Daewoo Matiz (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Today | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
