1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 684 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 2200 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
