1991 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 465 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
