2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1979 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 Express (353 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
