1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 44 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1455 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Corsair | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
