1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 855 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Sierra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
