1989 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | X90 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |