1996 Honda Today vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Today | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
