1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 261 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corsica | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
