1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 41 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 715 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Corsair | Orlando |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |