1952 Allard Safari vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 364 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
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1952 Allard Safari | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Allard | SsangYong |
Model | Safari | Korando |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |