1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corsica | 616 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
