2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1040 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Cayenne | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Cayenne | Corsair |
Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2560 mm |