1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L, 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Corsair | L |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
