2009 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 935 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
