2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 840 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
Model | Korando | 440 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1025 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |