2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
