1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 208 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
