1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 390 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 230 | Korando |
Year Released | 1941 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2490 mm |