1996 Honda Today vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 600 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 2001 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2001 Honda Accord 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. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Today | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |