2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 354 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quest | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
