1992 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
