1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 615 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Korando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
