1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Trans Sport | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |