2006 Acura RL vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 17 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 445 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 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
