1994 Honda Today vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 611 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Today. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Today | Silverado |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |