1995 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1445 mm |
