1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 583 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
