1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
