1969 Buick GS vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | GS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
