1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Audi S6

To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 21 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair. 2011 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Corsair 2011 Audi S6
Make Ford Audi
Model Corsair S6
Year Released 1990 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 435 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 2035 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4915 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1458 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2847 mm


 

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