1977 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (156 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Escudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
