2009 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 724 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
