2009 Honda Element vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 237 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Element | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
