1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 960 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Lotus Cortina | Korando |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |