1979 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 275 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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |