1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair 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 95 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvair | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
