1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 16 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Corsair | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
