2009 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1245 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 |
