1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 14 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Corsair | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
