1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Corsica and 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsica | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 177 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |