1985 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Croma | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
