2006 SsangYong Korando vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Korando | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2040 mm |
