1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 781 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Corona | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
