1979 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
