2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
| Model | Korando | Victor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
