1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Corsair | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Corsair | Korando |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |