1981 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 420 kg more than 1956 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Light |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
