1996 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Honda Stream

To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Toyota Supra 2012 Honda Stream
Make Toyota Honda
Model Supra Stream
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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