2006 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 604 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 2006 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
