2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 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 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Korando | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
