2012 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1991 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Land Rover Range Rover | 1991 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover | Corsair |
Year Released | 2012 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 508 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2584 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2560 mm |