2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1998 Honda Today

To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 5 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 923 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Blackhawk 1998 Honda Today
Make Buick Honda
Model Blackhawk Today
Year Released 2003 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7458 cc 655 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 692 Nm 57 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1400 mm


 

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