1996 Honda Today vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (125 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century 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 1988 Buick Century. 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, 1988 Buick Century (220 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1988 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Today | Century |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1763 mm |
