2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 SsangYong Rexton | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |