1969 Honda S600 vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | S600 | Korando |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |