2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
