2009 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 338 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1981 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accord | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
