1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 970 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
