1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corsica | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
