1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corsica | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
