1983 Ford Capri vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Korando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
