2002 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 647 kg more than 1973 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |