1978 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |