1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corsica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
