1984 Ford Escort vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
