1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 980 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Corsair | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |