1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 190 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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:
1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Today |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |