2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 849 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
