1990 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 262 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corsica | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corsica | Micra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |