1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. 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 Sport 800. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Sport 800 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Sport 800 | Korando |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |