2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 820 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
