1994 Honda Today vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 680 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 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Today | 3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1755 mm |