1989 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 17 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. Both 1989 Chevrolet Corsica and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsica | A |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
