1965 Mitsubishi 500 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 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1336 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 2002 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, 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
