1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet Corsica and 1993 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo. 1993 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
