1988 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 42 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord.
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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |