1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 389 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Honda Accord 2008 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Civic
Year Released 1979 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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