1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair. 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Corsair | 03-Sep |
| 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2675 mm |
