1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corsica | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |