2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 915 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Korando | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
