1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corsica | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
