I've had belts (1986 Jetta , 1998 Accord) and chains (1982 Toyota Truck, 2005 Corolla) and have hundreds of thousands of miles on both.
I'll take a chain. Everytime.
The 1982 Toyota truck is around 230k with no problems.
The 1986 Jetta is over 250k no problems.
The Jetta has required many belts where as the Toyota has not. More $$ down the maintenance drain.
I've seen many chains last way longer than 150 k. I've seen alot of cars need MAJOR work when their belt snapped well before 150k.
Honda is getting away from belts now on their 4 cyls (new civic is chain).
Belts work well, but IMO, their is a higher risk of failure (esp in a interferance(sp) motor).
I think Ray is correct, No need to lift or move the Accords motor to replace belts. Just alot of work! (in tight areas..) My Dads Honda powered Vue looks like it will be fun... I'll get to do it when it comes time..
Happy New Year everyone!
Bill