1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Corsica and 1992 Rover 400 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 33 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 1992 Rover 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corsica | 400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |