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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 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 290 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (251 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 | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2624 mm |