1979 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | X90 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |