2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
