1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fairlane | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
