1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 12 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corsica | Echo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
