1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 289 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corsica | 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
