1993 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
