1996 Honda Today vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 8 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 800 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 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Today | Verada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |