1989 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Corsica and 1989 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 262 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corsica | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |