1974 Renault 17 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 17. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 17 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 17 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
