1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 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 740 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 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 (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
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1996 SsangYong Korando | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |