1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 866 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Corolla | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
