2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1991 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Corsair weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1991 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |
