1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 352 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corsica | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
