1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |