1994 Honda Today vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 595 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 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Today | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1797 mm |
