1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 162 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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |