1988 Suzuki Alto vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Suzuki Alto | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Suzuki | Honda |
Model | Alto | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |