1998 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
