1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Corsica and 1991 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 164 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
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 (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1991 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corsica | Astra |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |