1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsica | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1550 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 | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
