2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 69 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
