1989 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 568 kg more than 1986 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Alto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2180 mm |
