2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touareg | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
