1981 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Samurai |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |