1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | SsangYong |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Korando |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
