2008 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
