1977 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
