1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |