1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
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, 1989 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corsica | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
