1990 Honda Civic vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 747 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |