2001 Acura RSX vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 11 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
