1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 328 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Impala | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |