2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 349 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |