2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
