1967 AC 428 vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 382 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | 428 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
