1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 20 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corsica | Insight |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
