1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 873 kg more than 1968 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Humber Sceptre. 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Humber | SsangYong |
| Model | Sceptre | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
