1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 360 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 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Corsair | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Corsair | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |