1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corsica | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
