1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
