2002 Honda Z vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. Both 2002 Honda Z and 1995 Honda Today are equipped with a 656 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Honda Z (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Today |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
