1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Seven | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
