1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corsica | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |