1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |