1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 108 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |