1995 Honda Today vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 637 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 2013 Acura ILX. 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, 2013 Acura ILX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2013 Acura ILX 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. 2013 Acura ILX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Today | ILX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1794 mm |