1994 Honda Today vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Scenic weights approximately 505 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 2012 Renault Scenic. 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, 2012 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
