1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
