1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.

Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chevrolet Impala 2005 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Impala Accord
Year Released 1973 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4097 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5600 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2630 mm


 

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