1990 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Corsair |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |