2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 391 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
