2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 558 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
