2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
