1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 340 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Corsair | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Corsair | Kizashi |
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 | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |