1992 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
