1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsair | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
