1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 717 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Starion | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1842 kg |
