1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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 1962 Ford Cortina. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Cortina | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Cortina | Korando |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |