1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1281 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corsica | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 86 L |
