1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 713 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corona | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Corona | Kyron |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |