2002 SsangYong Korando vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 684 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Korando | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
