2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yaris | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
