1988 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corsica | 460 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
