2003 Honda City vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | City | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
