2008 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 569 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1981 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1333 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |