1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 634 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corsica | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3246 mm |