1996 Honda Today vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 310 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | A |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
