2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 865 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Korando | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
