1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 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 28 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 686 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.

Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 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 2002 SsangYong Korando
Make Austin-Healey SsangYong
Model 3000 Mk III Korando
Year Released 1965 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 92.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 70 L


 

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