1983 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Ignis |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |