1970 Ford Escort vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 1970 Ford Escort. 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 @ 2860 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |