1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 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 38 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 648 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 (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corsica | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
