1999 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2799 mm |
