1988 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corsica | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corsica | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |