2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 965 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
