1976 Datsun Violet vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 966 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Datsun Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Datsun | SsangYong |
| Model | Violet | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
