2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1255 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 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo 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:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
