1995 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 kg more than 1994 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
