2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 18 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 549 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
