2001 Suzuki EV Sport vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is newer by 21 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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 EV Sport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | EV Sport | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 398 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
