2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Korando | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Rover |
| Model | Korando | P5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
