2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Avalanche | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
