1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
