1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 340 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
