1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 881 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Maxi | Korando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
