1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica 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 9 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corsica | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
