1975 Honda Civic vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic. 2002 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
