1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 283 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corsica | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
