1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 88 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prizm | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
