1989 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 640 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsica | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
