1993 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Because 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (198 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
