1959 Ford 17M vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 736 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | 17M | Korando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
