1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1970 Ford Corsair is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Land Rover 88 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Corsair | 88 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |
