1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1987 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Golf.
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1999 SsangYong Korando | 1987 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |