1985 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 169 kg more than 1985 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
