1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 247 kg more than 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lotec | SsangYong |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 742 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1897 kg |
