1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
