1979 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 678 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
