1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1714 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Today |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |