2009 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 775 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1981 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1333 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |