1993 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 344 kg more than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
