1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
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 (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 1989 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corsica | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
