1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 69 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corsica | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
