1975 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Jeep | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
