2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Alero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Alero weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Alero | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
