1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 937 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
