1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 520 kg more than 1949 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1949 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 AC 2-Litre | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | AC | SsangYong |
Model | 2-Litre | Korando |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |