1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |