2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 61 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
| Model | Korando | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
