2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lacetti | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
