1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Corvette (671 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 671 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
