1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1989 Ford Corsair

To start off, both 1989 Audi Coupe and 1989 Ford Corsair were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi Coupe 1989 Ford Corsair
Make Audi Ford
Model Coupe Corsair
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2560 mm


 

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