2011 Mazda 3 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 673 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 2011 Mazda 3. 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda 3 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 3 | Today |
Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1400 mm |