1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT 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.
Because 2011 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT 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 TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Corsair | TT |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2469 mm |