1998 Honda Today vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 545 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 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Today | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
