1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
