2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Volvo 260.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | 260 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
