1978 Honda Accord vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
