1988 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Corrado has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corrado | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
