1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
