1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corsica | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
