1994 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, both 1994 Honda Civic and 1994 Chevrolet Corsica were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
