1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corsica | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
