2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 895 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Wartburg |
| Model | Korando | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
