1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
