2005 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |