1995 Honda Today vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 1982 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Today | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
