1998 Honda Today vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 539 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 2013 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Today | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 1798 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1752 mm |