1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 273 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |