1971 Jensen SP vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 167 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | SP | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
