1998 SsangYong Korando vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 650 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 SsangYong Korando | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |