2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 1990 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 SsangYong Korando | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |