2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 451 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
