1997 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 715 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Today |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |