1977 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
