1998 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 762 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
