1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 11 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan 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 2003 Ford Econovan. 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 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Corsair | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Corsair | Econovan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |