1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Jeep | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
