1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 135 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsair | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
