1995 Honda Today vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 600 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 1988 Pontiac 6000. 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1988 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Today | 6000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |