2007 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
