1981 Honda Accord vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 905 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Korando |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |