1972 Honda Civic vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Korando |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |