2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 670 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.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
