1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 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 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corsica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
