1977 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 27 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
