2010 Audi A5 vs. 1992 Ford Corsair

To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Audi A5 1992 Ford Corsair
Make Audi Ford
Model A5 Corsair
Year Released 2010 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3197 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4623 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1852 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1382 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2751 mm 2560 mm


 

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