1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 348 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsica | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2604 mm |
