1996 Honda Today vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, both 1996 Honda Today and 1996 Buick Century were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Century (119 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Buick Century (180 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 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. 1996 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1996 Buick Century | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Today | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1763 mm |