1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1518 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 |
