1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 371 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Cutlass | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
