2010 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda CR-V | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | CR-V | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
