1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 896 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corsica | Highlander |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |