1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Mitsubishi 500 2000 SsangYong Korando
Make Mitsubishi SsangYong
Model 500 Korando
Year Released 1965 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 593 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 23 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 34 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2860 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 530 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2070 mm 2490 mm


 

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