2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
