1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corsica | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
