1987 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 355 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |