1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 834 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | CLK GTR | Today |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6898 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 613 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 790 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |