1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 266 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | DeVille | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
