1973 Honda 145 vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2000 Suzuki X90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki X90 (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | 145 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
