2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
