2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. 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 (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
