1979 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 683 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Impala |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
