1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 21 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 781 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Corsica | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2989 mm |
