1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 36 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Corsair | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3970 mm |
