2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | SsangYong | Sunbeam |
| Model | Korando | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2090 mm |
