1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Croma | Korando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
