1989 Ford Capri vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 693 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
