2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Berlina 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 2000 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Berlina | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Berlina | Corsair |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |