2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 L vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 LS
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 L and 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 LS were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 L weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 LS.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 L (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 LS. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 L | 2012 Chevrolet Optra 1.6 LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Optra | Optra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
