1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2300 mm |
