2010 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 834 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Stavic | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Stavic | Corona |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
