2000 Suzuki XL6 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Suzuki XL6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki XL6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki XL6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki XL6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Suzuki XL6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki XL6 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, 2000 Suzuki XL6 (218 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Suzuki XL6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki XL6 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | XL6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
