1996 Honda Today vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 465 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 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Today | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
