2003 Honda City vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 1982 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | City | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |