1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
