1981 Peugeot 305 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 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 305 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 84 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 922 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 305. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Peugeot 305 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 305 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
