2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 872 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.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Today |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 431 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |