1992 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Alto is newer by 16 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Alto |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |