1996 Honda Today vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 557 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 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Today | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1785 mm |
