1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 790 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
