1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1255 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 2012 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Titan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 4060 mm |
