1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1977 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1977 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Brisa | Korando |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |