1998 Honda Today vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 10 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Getz (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 490 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 2008 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2008 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Today | Getz |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |