2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
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2010 SsangYong Korando | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Crown |
Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |