1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 580 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 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corsica | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
