1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1080 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsair | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
