2002 Acura CL vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 785 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | CL | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
