1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsair | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |
