2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
