1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 261 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Corsica 2012 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corsica Camry
Year Released 1992 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1209 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2776 mm


 

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