2009 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
