1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 897 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Italdesign | SsangYong |
| Model | Nazca | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
