1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Corsair | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
