1980 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Accord | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Swift |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |