1970 Ford Capri vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 762 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
