1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 13 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 102 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206.
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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsair | 206 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
