1979 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 619 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Colorado |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |