2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |