1996 ZAZ Wagon vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 ZAZ Wagon | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | ZAZ | SsangYong |
| Model | Wagon | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
