1991 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1305 kg |
