1981 Suzuki Alto vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Alto 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 80 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. 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 1981 Suzuki Alto. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
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1981 Suzuki Alto | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
Model | Alto | Korando |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2490 mm |