1977 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
