1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 21 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 410 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Corsair | BLS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
