1979 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
