2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 63 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Cerato | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
