1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 788 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corona | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Corona | Rodius |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |