1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 587 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mustang | Korando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
