1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 424 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 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
