1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Crown | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2294 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
