1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Honda Accord

To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 572 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Corvette 1977 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette Accord
Year Released 1992 1977
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 80 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1462 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2390 mm


 

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