2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona. 1981 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2001 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2001 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Korando | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
