1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 376 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Corsair | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3310 mm |