1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
