1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 14 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corsica | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 105 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
