1996 Honda Today vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 190 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 1988 TVR Type S. 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 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Today | Type S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
