1998 Honda Today vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 470 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 2000 Panoz AIV. 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Today | AIV |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |