1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 990 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 323 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
