1977 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 32 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, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1328 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 | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
