1996 Honda Today vs. 2006 Opel Antara

To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 10 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 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2006 Opel Antara 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. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 2006 Opel Antara
Make Honda Opel
Model Today Antara
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1899 cc
Horse Power 47 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 1400 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1760 mm