1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
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1980 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | RX-7 | Korando |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |