1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 215 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.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Corsair | 996 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
