2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Mitsubishi SUW
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi SUW 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 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi SUW weights approximately 711 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi SUW (240 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi SUW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Mitsubishi SUW | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | SUW |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1905 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
