1989 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Honda Civic

To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Accord 2000 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Civic
Year Released 1989 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm


 

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