2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 256 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | SsangYong | Avanti |
| Model | Korando | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
