1998 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1360 kg |