1989 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 152 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
