1977 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 28 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, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
