1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 966 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Corsair | Rexton |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |