1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |