2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
