1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 150 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corsica | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
