1995 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Honda Civic

To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord 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 57 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Accord 1999 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Civic
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1308 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm