1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |
