1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 654 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 75 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
