1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Corsair | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |