1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsica | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
