1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Corsica and 1991 Mazda 121 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 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corsica | 121 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
