1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 780 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
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1996 SsangYong Korando | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
Model | Korando | 626 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |