1961 Ford Popular vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1961 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Popular | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Popular | Korando |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
