1971 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 482 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | SL | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
