1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 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 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corsica | Carina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |