2008 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 664 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 1354 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2040 mm |