1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 588 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |