1992 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 551 kg more than 1992 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |