1972 Buick GS vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 190 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | GS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
