2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 438 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Korando | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
