2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 790 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Vento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
