1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
