1989 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 870 kg more than 1989 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Colt | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
