1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 332 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 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair. 2011 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Optima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2797 mm |
