1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |