1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corsica | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |