1984 Honda Civic vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
