2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 996 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
