1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, both 1987 Chevrolet Corsica and 1987 Dodge Daytona were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 40 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corsica | Daytona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |