1979 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 551 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
