1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 233 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corsica | Armada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
