1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 9 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 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
