1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus 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 56 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 815 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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 1964 Ford Taunus. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taunus | Korando |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
