1998 Honda Today vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 14 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veloster (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 462 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 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 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, 2012 Hyundai Veloster (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2012 Hyundai Veloster has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Veloster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Today | Veloster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4219 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1791 mm |