2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer 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 3 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 685 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer.
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2007 SsangYong Korando | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |