2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CLS | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
