1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 760 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 1970 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsair | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
