2002 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |