1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 653 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1979 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
