2002 Acura CL vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
