2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 1984 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Korando | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Celica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
