1985 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | SJ 410 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2725 mm |
