1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 440. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
