1975 Toyota Carina vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Carina | 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Carina | Corsica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |