1997 SsangYong Korando vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 SsangYong Korando | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |