1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 393 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsair | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
