1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
