2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
