1996 Honda Today vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 16 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 720 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 2012 Chrysler Delta. 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
Make | Honda | Chrysler |
Model | Today | Delta |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |