1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 16 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chevrolet Corsica 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corsica Condor
Year Released 1987 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1505 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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