1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 956 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2010 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Corolla | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
