1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |