1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 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 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6000 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
