1978 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 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), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 851 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Camaro |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |