1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 18 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 106 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corsica | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
