2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 906 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
