1990 Volvo 960 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 960 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | 960 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
