1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio 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 1 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1993 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
