1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1991 Holden Apollo

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Corsica and 1991 Holden Apollo were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Apollo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Corsica 1991 Holden Apollo
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Corsica Apollo
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2189 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2610 mm


 

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