2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 39 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 870 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
