1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1990 Ford Corsair is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Corsair | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Corsair | 1600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |