2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nubira | Today |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |