1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 900 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Corsair | Korando |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |