1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair.
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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Corsair | 45 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
