1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1992 Ford Corsair and 1992 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Holden Commodore 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 1992 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Corsair | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Corsair | Commodore |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |