2006 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 994 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 1992 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Civic
Year Released 2006 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 166 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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