1984 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 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 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |