1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
