1984 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 319 kg more than 1984 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Accent |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
