1988 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
