1975 Ford Torino vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Torino | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
