1989 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corsica | Joice |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
