1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Corsica and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 655 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.

Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Corsica 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Corsica 300
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 231 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1245 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3150 mm


 

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