1981 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 888 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Korando |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |