1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Corsair | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Corsair | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |