2005 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
