1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 505 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 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
