1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fiesta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
