1996 Honda Today vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 470 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 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2008 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Today | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |