1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Prix | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
