1979 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | S-10 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |