1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 785 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Korando | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
