1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
