1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 763 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsair | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
