1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 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 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Corsica 2012 Subaru Impreza
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Corsica Impreza
Year Released 1991 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 90 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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