1998 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 635 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Swift. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1993 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Swift |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
