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 49 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 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 605 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.

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 2872 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 146 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1850 mm


 

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