1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 312 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Lotus Elise 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 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corsica | Elise |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2299 mm |
