1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fairlane | Korando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
