1974 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 505 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
