1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 461 kg more than 1980 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fairlane | Korando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
