2007 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |