1999 Honda Today vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |