1996 Honda Today vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1981 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |