1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 20 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corsica | Altima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
