1996 Honda Today vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 3 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 184 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 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Today | Baleno |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |