1985 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 102 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Vitara |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |