1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Sprint | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
