1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 20 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, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 126 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corsica | Forte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
