1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 610 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sonoma | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2390 mm |
