1956 Daimler DK vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 167 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daimler | SsangYong |
| Model | DK | Korando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
