2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
