1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1987 Lada Samara

To start off, both 1987 Chevrolet Corsica and 1987 Lada Samara were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. 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 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chevrolet Corsica 1987 Lada Samara
Make Chevrolet Lada
Model Corsica Samara
Year Released 1987 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 74 HP
Torque 147 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 43 L


 

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