1964 Porsche 904 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Porsche 904. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 904 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
