1977 Skoda L 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 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 960 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Skoda L | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | L | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
