2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 55 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
