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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 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 391 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 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 | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
