1987 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2008 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
