2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vivant | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1118 kg |
