1977 Ford 2000 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 608 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | 2000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
