1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corsica | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
