1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 618 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | 145 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
