1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
