2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
