1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 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 17 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corsica | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |