1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 Maverick. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
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1970 Ford Maverick | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Maverick | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |