2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 kg more 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 1992 Ford Corsair has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
