1987 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
