1970 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 970 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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 Honda 1300. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
