1984 Ford Capri vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 636 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
