1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |