2006 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 586 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
