1973 Renault 5 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
