1998 Honda Today vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |