1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
