2004 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
