1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
