1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 523 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 1994 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
