1981 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 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, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
