1997 Honda Today vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 426 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Today | Altima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |