1994 Honda Today vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 460 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2012 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Today | Getz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
