1988 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 897 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2797 mm |