1980 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle.
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1980 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Beetle | Kyron |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |