1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700. 2006 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1985 Caterham 1700 has manual transmission. 1985 Caterham 1700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | 1700 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
