1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 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 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Corsair | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Corsair | A4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2809 mm |