1981 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 525 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 911 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
