1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 746 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 2009 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Corolla | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
