1996 Honda Today vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 7 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 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 262 kg more than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Lupo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |