1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsair | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
