1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 507 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 9000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
