1996 Honda Today vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki SJ 413 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Today | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
